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Toward voluntary parenthood.

S Scarr1

  • 1University of Virginia, USA. SandraScar@aol.com

Journal of Personality
|June 1, 2000
PubMed
Summary

David Lykken proposed licensing parents to prevent child abuse, but his methods are unconstitutional. A better approach is empowering women

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Area of Science:

  • Sociology
  • Reproductive Health
  • Public Policy

Background:

  • Child neglect and abuse lead to negative outcomes like school failure and criminality.
  • David Lykken proposed parental licensing and mandated marriage to address these issues.
  • Lykken's proposals infringe upon constitutional reproductive rights in the U.S.

Discussion:

  • Mandatory marriage and parental licensing are legally and ethically unacceptable.
  • These measures conflict with established constitutional protections for reproductive freedom.
  • Alternative strategies are needed to protect children without violating civil liberties.

Key Insights:

  • Focusing on women's reproductive control offers a rights-respecting solution.
  • Voluntary parenthood reduces risks associated with neglectful or abusive environments.
  • Policy should prioritize child welfare and individual autonomy.

Outlook:

  • Empowering women's reproductive autonomy can mitigate child maltreatment.
  • Future policies should align child protection with civil liberties.
  • Voluntary parenthood initiatives may improve societal well-being.

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